Area HR Executive

The British American Tobacco Group; Chiswick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in tobacco reduction is seeking an Area HR Executive for a fixed-term contract in Chiswick, London. This role involves supporting HR activities across corporate functions and managing learning programs, fostering a culture of inclusion, and ensuring efficient HR processes.

Benefits

Market leading annual performance bonus

Diverse health plans and work-life balance initiatives

Access to online learning platforms

Qualifications

• HR professional with at least 3 years’ experience in FMCG or comparable.
• Proven experience in managing stakeholders across multiple markets.
• Solid knowledge of HR practices including UK legislation.

Responsibilities

• Supporting HR BPs with annual performance reviews and succession planning.
• Coordinating talent-related training sessions and managing logistics.
• Maintaining accurate employee data in HR systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

CIPD qualified to level 5

Tools

SuccessFactors

PowerBI

Job description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for an Area HR Executive based in London, Chiswick (Fixed-term contract for 12 months)

This role offers the opportunity to actively support the Area HR Business Partner for Corporate and Marketing functions in delivering the Western Europe people strategy. You’ll play a key role in coordinating HR activities in collaboration with our GBS team (HR Shared Service centre: “Global Business Services”), helping improve processes, ensure data accuracy, and support change initiatives that impact employees and managers across the business.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Supporting HR BPs with the planning and coordination of annual performance reviews, succession planning, and leadership assessments, ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting.
• Managing learning programme nominations and feedback from line managers, including administration of further education cases and approvals.
• Coordinating and occasionally delivering talent-related training sessions, handling logistics, attendance, and training materials.
• Collaborating with GBS and external providers to support timely and efficient recruitment, including relocation, immigration, and agency coordination.
• Consolidating and reporting on employee survey results, facilitating follow-up actions, and working with employee resource groups to promote an inclusive culture.
• Maintaining accurate employee data in HR system (SuccessFactors) and supporting UK-based employee changes while reinforcing the self-service HR model.Conducting regular reviews, analysis and adjustments to maintain accurate data management for the UK population.
• Assisting employees and managers with HR inquiries by guiding them through processes and referencing policies

• Managing end-to-end employee relations matters, including administration of the process.
• Under supervision by the HR BPs, coordinate the preparation of the annual salary and bonus review processes for all groups of staff, allowing for effective control on budgetary expenditure through accurate and timely reporting.

What are we looking for?

• HR professional with at least 3 years’ experience in FMCG or a comparable industry.
• Proven experience managing stakeholders in matrix organizations, ideally across multiple markets.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to support informed decision-making.
• Solid knowledge of HR practices, including UK employment legislation and policy application.
• Demonstrated accountability and ownership in delivering results.
• Ability to work effectively with all organizational levels, managing pressure and adapting to change.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience with or willingness to learn HR systems such as SAP, SuccessFactors, and PowerBI is a plus.
• CIPD qualified to level 5 is beneficial

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experiencehere.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.